2009 BMW M3 vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP) has 139 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 809 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M3 (401 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | M3 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
